A massive explosion at a fertilizer plant in the small Texas town of West left at least two people dead, sent dozens more seeking medical attention and prompted a widescale evacuation in the community of 2,600 people.
The Detroit Environment http://www.cnn.com/2013/04/17/us/texas-explosion/index.html

Forest Shomer was saving seeds before many of us were even born! Shomer was a student in Berkley in the late 60′s and became involved in the ecology movement. From there, his passion lead him to become a student of the land and ultimately learn about seeds and seed saving.
The Detroit Environment http://foodintegritynow.org/2013/04/17/seed-integrity-now/